Is Sampson's recent rise propelling him to be 1 & done?

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Re: Is Sampson's recent rise propelling him to be 1 & done?
« Reply #60 on: February 11, 2013, 04:28:20 PM »
You posted earlier about their relative athleticism but Jakarr is a better leaper and athlete then Obekpa and Harkless and it's not close.  Jakarr is upper level athlete.  We have quite a few on this team like pointer, Garrett, Balamou, jones etc.  Jakarr is a flyer though. 

What is the vertical and 40 times? Or is this just your opinion?  Becuase the fact that we disagree based on our different opinion on a subject makes me feel even better about my opinion. If you had agreed with me I would have changed my mind ;)

At the same height, Sampson can get his head above the rim.  It's something that Harkless couldn't do.  As unscientific as it might be, Jakarr passes the eye test as the better athlete both in speed up and down the court and vertical.  He's a dominant athlete.  Harkless was a very good athlete, and quite polished player for a freshman.  Whether you agree with me or not doesn't matter.  I think most others will agree though. 

Harkless didn't get his head above the rim?

Oy vey

No..

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Re: Is Sampson's recent rise propelling him to be 1 & done?
« Reply #61 on: February 11, 2013, 04:29:10 PM »
You posted earlier about their relative athleticism but Jakarr is a better leaper and athlete then Obekpa and Harkless and it's not close.  Jakarr is upper level athlete.  We have quite a few on this team like pointer, Garrett, Balamou, jones etc.  Jakarr is a flyer though. 

What is the vertical and 40 times? Or is this just your opinion?  Becuase the fact that we disagree based on our different opinion on a subject makes me feel even better about my opinion. If you had agreed with me I would have changed my mind ;)

At the same height, Sampson can get his head above the rim.  It's something that Harkless couldn't do.  As unscientific as it might be, Jakarr passes the eye test as the better athlete both in speed up and down the court and vertical.  He's a dominant athlete.  Harkless was a very good athlete, and quite polished player for a freshman.  Whether you agree with me or not doesn't matter.  I think most others will agree though. 

Harkless didn't get his head above the rim?

Oy vey

Maurice Harkless posterizes Robin Lopez!  ... look at the end (32 sec), not even close ...

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Re: Is Sampson's recent rise propelling him to be 1 & done?
« Reply #62 on: February 11, 2013, 04:31:19 PM »

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Re: Is Sampson's recent rise propelling him to be 1 & done?
« Reply #63 on: February 11, 2013, 04:40:48 PM »

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Re: Is Sampson's recent rise propelling him to be 1 & done?
« Reply #64 on: February 11, 2013, 04:53:49 PM »
He's not NBA yet. Not strong enough, or dominant enough. If you're NBA, you're dropping 25-30 every night no matter who you're playing.

Re: Is Sampson's recent rise propelling him to be 1 & done?
« Reply #65 on: February 11, 2013, 04:57:20 PM »
He's not NBA yet. Not strong enough, or dominant enough. If you're NBA, you're dropping 25-30 every night no matter who you're playing.

While I agree with what you're saying in terms of him not being ready, the thing is kids will declare anyway. A lot of the NBA picks are based on potential rather than college stats.

Re: Is Sampson's recent rise propelling him to be 1 & done?
« Reply #66 on: February 11, 2013, 04:59:47 PM »
He's not NBA yet. Not strong enough, or dominant enough. If you're NBA, you're dropping 25-30 every night no matter who you're playing.

Currently only Erick Green from VT meets your criteria. Somehow I don't think he will be the number 1 pick next year

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Re: Is Sampson's recent rise propelling him to be 1 & done?
« Reply #67 on: February 11, 2013, 05:04:14 PM »
You posted earlier about their relative athleticism but Jakarr is a better leaper and athlete then Obekpa and Harkless and it's not close.  Jakarr is upper level athlete.  We have quite a few on this team like pointer, Garrett, Balamou, jones etc.  Jakarr is a flyer though. 

What is the vertical and 40 times? Or is this just your opinion?  Becuase the fact that we disagree based on our different opinion on a subject makes me feel even better about my opinion. If you had agreed with me I would have changed my mind ;)

At the same height, Sampson can get his head above the rim.  It's something that Harkless couldn't do.  As unscientific as it might be, Jakarr passes the eye test as the better athlete both in speed up and down the court and vertical.  He's a dominant athlete.  Harkless was a very good athlete, and quite polished player for a freshman.  Whether you agree with me or not doesn't matter.  I think most others will agree though. 

Harkless didn't get his head above the rim?

Oy vey

Maurice Harkless posterizes Robin Lopez!  ... look at the end (32 sec), not even close ...

How many other dunks are on You Tube?
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Re: Is Sampson's recent rise propelling him to be 1 & done?
« Reply #68 on: February 11, 2013, 05:07:02 PM »
He's not NBA yet. Not strong enough, or dominant enough. If you're NBA, you're dropping 25-30 every night no matter who you're playing.

Currently only Erick Green from VT meets your criteria. Somehow I don't think he will be the number 1 pick next year

Guards are different. Right now, is Sampson going to be able to play in the league? I think in addition to not dominating right now, his defense is weak overall.

Re: Is Sampson's recent rise propelling him to be 1 & done?
« Reply #69 on: February 11, 2013, 05:19:44 PM »
Unless I am missing someone, in my time as a fan only Mullin, Berry, Sealy, Lopez, Zendon and Hatten ever averaged over 20 for a season

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Re: Is Sampson's recent rise propelling him to be 1 & done?
« Reply #70 on: February 11, 2013, 05:25:26 PM »
Unless I am missing someone, in my time as a fan only Mullin, Berry, Sealy, Lopez, Zendon and Hatten ever averaged over 20 for a season

http://espn.go.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/15468/daryll-hill

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Re: Is Sampson's recent rise propelling him to be 1 & done?
« Reply #71 on: February 11, 2013, 05:29:39 PM »
I thnk Mo was a better basketball player than Jakarr comparing the two years.

Jakarr is far more able to do things on the court that Mo could not do

With that said, Mo just has a great basketball IQ that isn't taught.

Another year for Jakarr will push him to at least Mo's draft level, if not higher.

Both kids have tremendous work ethics and both are kids who will be team players and not get in trouble.

Let's not forget that Max is a good friend to Jakarr and perhaps will help him with his decision

Right now even if Jakarr continues doing what he is doing I see a second round selection for him. His game although better than a lot of guys with similar makeup is just way too common to set him apart.   

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Re: Is Sampson's recent rise propelling him to be 1 & done?
« Reply #72 on: February 11, 2013, 05:32:25 PM »
I thnk Mo was a better basketball player than Jakarr comparing the two years.

Jakarr is far more able to do things on the court that Mo could not do

With that said, Mo just has a great basketball IQ that isn't taught.

Another year for Jakarr will push him to at least Mo's draft level, if not higher.

Both kids have tremendous work ethics and both are kids who will be team players and not get in trouble.

Let's not forget that Max is a good friend to Jakarr and perhaps will help him with his decision

Right now even if Jakarr continues doing what he is doing I see a second round selection for him. His game although better than a lot of guys with similar makeup is just way too common to set him apart.   

I can't think of one thing Jakarr does that Moe couldn't do. Not one thing.

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Re: Is Sampson's recent rise propelling him to be 1 & done?
« Reply #73 on: February 11, 2013, 05:37:57 PM »
Moe couldn't flash that gap toothed smile. The NBA loves that stuff.

Re: Is Sampson's recent rise propelling him to be 1 & done?
« Reply #74 on: February 11, 2013, 05:39:47 PM »
I thnk Mo was a better basketball player than Jakarr comparing the two years.

Jakarr is far more able to do things on the court that Mo could not do

With that said, Mo just has a great basketball IQ that isn't taught.

Another year for Jakarr will push him to at least Mo's draft level, if not higher.

Both kids have tremendous work ethics and both are kids who will be team players and not get in trouble.

Let's not forget that Max is a good friend to Jakarr and perhaps will help him with his decision

Right now even if Jakarr continues doing what he is doing I see a second round selection for him. His game although better than a lot of guys with similar makeup is just way too common to set him apart.   

I can't think of one thing Jakarr does that Moe couldn't do. Not one thing.

I can't either. Replace Jakarr with Moe on this team we're better. Nothing against Jakarr.

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Re: Is Sampson's recent rise propelling him to be 1 & done?
« Reply #75 on: February 11, 2013, 05:50:20 PM »
Moe couldn't flash that gap toothed smile. The NBA loves that stuff.

Not everyone comes from a family where dental insurance is easy to come by.

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Re: Is Sampson's recent rise propelling him to be 1 & done?
« Reply #76 on: February 11, 2013, 05:56:09 PM »
With all this talk, it could be that Jermaine Lawrence should have waited.  He might have been able to stay home AND start.  Somebody find his barbershop as he hasn't signed anything yet.
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Re: Is Sampson's recent rise propelling him to be 1 & done?
« Reply #77 on: February 11, 2013, 07:00:25 PM »
Harkless is not more athletic than JaKarr. He was stronger though

Dave, are you, Marillac and Pat on the athleticism committee. I met all three of you so I am going to go out on a limb and say no. IN MY OPINION Harkless is a better athlete. See the "IN MY OPINION" thing there. Unless someone has their 40 times and vertical leap numbers I guess it is up for debate.
BTW the actual basketball skills are not refined yet, but I have seen about 5 or 6 of Harkless games this year and athletically he belongs. Jumping ability, quickness, strength. I do not think you could say the same about Sampson.
Dave, you should be able to pull up some sort of dunk tracker for the two guys.

You posted earlier about their relative athleticism but Jakarr is a better leaper and athlete then Obekpa and Harkless and it's not close.  Jakarr is upper level athlete.  We have quite a few on this team like pointer, Garrett, Balamou, jones etc.  Jakarr is a flyer though. 

Not even close? I think jakarrs athleticism has been over hyped, im more impressed with his quickness and agility (not that those arent traits of being a good athlete) than I am with his leaping.

Harkless measured with a 37 inch vert at the combine. Should we expect Jakarr to touch 43 inches?
*wipes ketchup from his eyes* - I guess Heinz sight isn’t 20/20.

Re: Is Sampson's recent rise propelling him to be 1 & done?
« Reply #78 on: February 11, 2013, 08:02:11 PM »
I thnk Mo was a better basketball player than Jakarr comparing the two years.

Jakarr is far more able to do things on the court that Mo could not do

With that said, Mo just has a great basketball IQ that isn't taught.

Another year for Jakarr will push him to at least Mo's draft level, if not higher.

Both kids have tremendous work ethics and both are kids who will be team players and not get in trouble.

Let's not forget that Max is a good friend to Jakarr and perhaps will help him with his decision

Right now even if Jakarr continues doing what he is doing I see a second round selection for him. His game although better than a lot of guys with similar makeup is just way too common to set him apart.   

I can't think of one thing Jakarr does that Moe couldn't do. Not one thing.

For the record I don't enjoy agreeing with Poison, but what he said

Re: Is Sampson's recent rise propelling him to be 1 & done?
« Reply #79 on: February 11, 2013, 08:04:29 PM »
Unless I am missing someone, in my time as a fan only Mullin, Berry, Sealy, Lopez, Zendon and Hatten ever averaged over 20 for a season

http://espn.go.com/mens-college-basketball/player/_/id/15468/daryll-hill

Damn I keep forgetting about "Thrill", but in my defense the end of Jarvis era beginning of Norm era is best forgotten.